A Plantar Fibroma Often Causes Arch Pain
The plantar fascia is the tissue that forms your arch, and a painful condition called plantar fibroma can grow within this tissue. A fibroma is a thickening of fibrous tissue that constricts the arch and sometimes causes the toes to stiffen and bend. Fibromas can grow slowly for years without causing any problems, and then they will flare up, so to catch problems before they worsen, see your foot doctor.
The symptoms and causes of a plantar fibroma may include the following:
Pain in the arch while standing and walking— While the actual anomaly of the plantar fibroma does not cause any pain, the pressure and rubbing from inside your shoes have adverse effects on nerves and other components. When a nerve is involved, effects can range from numbing and tingling to severe pain.
Genetic predisposition— While the primary cause of a plantar fibroma is not understood, it does tend to run in families, so if your mom or dad has had the condition, then you are more likely as well.
Foot injury—Stress and pressure on the plantar fascia from repeated use can stretch and injure the arch tissue and increase the chances of developing a fibroma.
Arch pain can have a wide variety of causes, and pain from one area of the foot can radiate to other areas, so be sure to see your podiatrist.
If you are experiencing pain in your arches, make an appointment with your foot doctor to properly diagnose and treat. James C. Ricketti, DPM of Hamilton Square, NJ (in Mercer County), is a board-certified podiatrist providing state of the art diagnostic and treatment options for all types of foot and ankle injuries, diseases, and deformities. From hammertoes and bunions to diabetic foot problems and sports injuries, you can rest assured that Dr. Ricketti and his staff will get you back on your feet as fast as possible. Please contact our office with any questions or to schedule an appointment. Call 609-587-1674.